The song "Lettin' Go" by The Everly Brothers tells the story of a love that has lost its spark and has reached its breaking point. The lyrics portray a couple who have tried to hold on to their relationship, but they are exhausted from the lack of meaningful conversations and the overall feeling of being stuck. In the beginning, their love was strong and passionate, like a fever that made them feel alive. However, over time, their love slipped away without them even realizing it. They became too close to see the signs that their love was drifting away. Now, they have reached a point where they must let go. The time has finally come for them to accept that their love has faded and move on. The chorus emphasizes this point, repeating the phrase "Darling the time has finally come, for letting go." The lyrics touch on the feeling of frustration and disappointment that can occur in a fading relationship. The couple wishes they could hold on to the love they once had, but deep down, they know it is time to say goodbye. Overall, "Lettin' Go" is a heartfelt song about the bittersweet realization that love sometimes fades away and the need to accept and let go in order to find happiness again.
